Rise of the Submarines: Are Aircraft Carriers Becoming Obsolete?

Summary and Key Points: As the threat from China’s anti-ship missiles grows, the U.S. Navy’s reliance on aircraft carriers is increasingly questioned. Submarines, particularly the Virginia-class, offer a stealthy, powerful alternative for projecting force in contested waters.

-Currently, the Navy lacks enough fast-attack submarines to meet operational demands, with a shortfall that could hinder responses to potential Chinese aggression. To address this, the U.S. must ramp up submarine production...